|
Forum: Video Recording and Processing
11-28-2009, 09:34 AM
|
| |
Yes it looks exactly like that picture. I almost positive it should be working in video mode as the manual indicates that it should. I have it turned on in the camera settings, but it doesn't work in video mode. It does however work in take still shots using live view.
|
|
Forum: Video Recording and Processing
11-27-2009, 09:04 PM
|
| |
Hi everyone. I recently got a Pentax k-x and I have been using the video mode, but for some reason the Shake Reduction indicator on the screen will not turn green while I am in video mode. I have confirmed that I have it turned on in the settings....is there something else that might be preventing it from working?
Thanks!
Tim
|
|
Forum: Pentax DSLR Discussion
11-20-2009, 11:30 PM
|
| |
Well as far as I can tell there is not AF with video anyway. Basically Im thinking I'll do some quick coverage of the products with the 55-300. I don't think anyone will be moving around too much. They will either be sitting or standing in front of the show floor. I won't be on camera. Just getting 15 min of them talking. In the end I'll be taking 2-3 min of that, plus product coverage with voiceover from myself for the finished product.
|
|
Forum: Pentax DSLR Discussion
11-20-2009, 11:03 PM
|
| |
Well the audio really isnt a concern I have a stereo zoom recorder I've been using for quite awhile now which works really well and I would continue to use that with this setup.
For the products I figure I would use the 55-300, then if i want to do a quick sitdown (10-15 mins top). I would setup the tripod and pop out the other lens.
|
|
Forum: Troubleshooting and Beginner Help
11-20-2009, 09:15 PM
|
| |
Hi!
I just recieved my Pentax K-X kit with the 18-55mm and the 55-300 lenses. I am planning on using the camera at tradeshows and convetions and I'm hoping to use its video feature to record some interviews as well.
I've had a chance to test out both of my lenses and in bright light the quality is fantastic. When I come inside however, even after locking in the apeture level, the grain is just two much in low lighting.
From my reading on the forums I thinking I need a faster lens. I was looking for any suggestions for something I might find on here or ebay in the $50-$150 range.
When doing the interviews the camera would be an a tripod, and the subject would be sitting or standing fairly close to the camera.
Thanks for your help!
Tim
|
|
Forum: Pentax DSLR Discussion
11-20-2009, 08:21 PM
|
| |
Hi,
First wanted to say thanks to everyone who posts in these forums. I did quite a bit of reading on here before making a desc. to buy the K-X.
I'll be taking this to camera to a variety of tradeshows and conventions and would love to use its video functionality to record interviews ath vendor booths, or even in the hotel lobbies. I tested out both of the kit lenses (18-55, 55-300) in video mode, and outside I am pretty pleased with how it looks. Inside due to the lower lighting levels (i think) everything is just a bit too grainy for my liking. I improved things somewhat by adjusting and locking the apeture and shutter speed, but its still not where I want it to be.
From my reading, I think I need a faster lens, and was looking for some suggestions as to what might work best. In almost all cases the Camera will be fixed on a tripod with a stationary subject who will prob. be fairly close to the camera.
I see several of this lens, PENTAX-M 50mm 1:1.7 and was wondering if it would help out my low light video performance, or see if anyone had any other suggestions in the sub $200 range?
Thanks!
Tim
|
